Baked Parmesan Chicken Thighs with Herbs

Wednesday, June 13, 2018
Baked Parmesan Chicken Thighs with Herbs is a delicious tender baked chicken that bursts with fantastic flavors.

These chicken thighs are first sauteed and then baked, sealing in the juices making them fork tender.

The breadcrumbs with Parmesan are a tasty coating with fresh herbs and we even have some fabulous suggestions for those who love vegetables and even cheese on top.

If you're looking for an easy yet gourmet-tasting chicken Italian style, this is it look no further.

We have used other chicken parts as well but bone-in works the best for moisture.

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Easy Steps for Making Bake Chicken Thighs

  1. preheat the oven to 350 degrees and line a baking pan with parchment paper
  2. place the chicken in the pan and brush the blend of fresh herbs and olive oil
  3. sprinkle with flavored breadcrumbs
  4. Dot with butter and bake!




The shopping List Recipe Card Below has all the instructions with ingredient amounts just hit print 



  • Chicken Thighs bone in
  • Fresh Italian Parsley Chopped
  • Fresh Rosemary
  • Salt, Pepper to taste
  • Fresh Chopped Basil
  • Freshly Minced Garlic
  • Dried Oregano
  • Olive Oil to drizzle
  • Italian Bread Crumbs
  • Parmesan cheese (grated)
  • Optional: sliced bell peppers


This is a pan of chicken thighs, legs and chicken breasts baked in the oven with parmesan and spices until crispy skin forms


Other Suggestions:

  • use any chicken pieces you prefer
  • substitute bone in sirloin steak, pork chops, or even burgers
  • add a squeeze of  fresh lemon juice on top and evenly sprinkle with lemon zest on each piece
  • add different vegetables on top like tomatoes, artichoke hearts, broccoli florets
  • spinach or broccoli rabe sauteed
  • top with provolone cheese and melt it
  • chop a medley of vegetables on top in place of peppers
  • note: (when topping with vegetables sprinkle breadcrumbs on top and dot with butter before baking)
  • Cook on the stovetop:  Fry the chicken first in 2 inches of olive oil until crispy, Add all the seasonings mixed together on top of each piece of the chicken (except for the butter, breadcrumbs, and cheese) for the last 3 minutes of cooking and saute. In a small fry pan melt the butter add the cheese and breadcrumbs, to toast, then add to the top of the completed cooked chicken. Sprinkle with rosemary fresh or other herbs you prefer

sauteed chicken thighs ready for the oven to finish cooking


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Honey Sesame Chicken Stir Fry

Steak and Shrimp Hibachi
Oriental Chicken Salad

Best Tempura


Baked Parmesan Chicken Thighs with Herbs

Baked Parmesan Chicken Thighs with Herbs
Yield: 6
Author: Claudia Lamascolo
Prep time: 10 MinCook time: 35 MinTotal time: 45 Min
A delicious herb-baked chicken using thighs fork tender juicy and all in one pan meal.

Ingredients

  • 6 to 8 Chicken Thighs bone in
  • 3 tablespoons Italian flat leaf parsley chopped
  • 1 sprig of fresh rosemary
  • 3 cloves minced fresh garlic
  • 2 or 3 chopped fresh basil leaves
  • 1/2 cup of Italian-flavored breadcrumbs with 3 tablespoons of Parmesan cheese added and mixed
  • salt and pepper to taste
  • 2 tablespoons olive oil
  • 2 tablespoons butter
  • Optional: chopped bell peppers on top for extra flavor

Instructions

  1. Preheat the oven to 350 degrees and prepare a baking deep pan with parchment paper.
  2. Mix all the herbs and garlic together in a bowl with olive oil and set aside.
  3. Peel any skin off the chicken thighs (make soup with it if you would like)
  4. Heat a large pan with some olive oil and sear the chicken pieces on both sides on medium-high heat for 3 minutes on each side.
  5. Place the chicken thighs in the deep baking dish lined with parchment paper.
  6. Sprinkle with salt and pepper.
  7. Brush each piece with the olive oil herbs, and sprinkle each one with the breadcrumbs mixture.
  8. Note: If you prefer the peppers place a piece on top of the chicken
  9. Dot with butter.
  10. Bake for around 35 to 40 minutes or until the middle of the thick part of the thighs is at 165 degrees.

Notes

Other Suggestions:

  • use any chicken pieces you prefer
  • add a squeeze of  fresh lemon juice on top and evenly sprinkle with lemon zest on each piece
  • substitute bone in sirloin steak, pork chops, or even burgers
  • add different vegetables on top like tomatoes, artichoke hearts, broccoli florets
  • spinach or broccoli rabe sauteed
  • top with provolone cheese and melt it
  • chop a medley of vegetables on top in place of peppers
  • note: (when topping with vegetables sprinkle breadcrumbs on top and dot with butter before baking)
  • Cook on the stovetop:  Fry the chicken first in 2 inches of olive oil until crispy, Add all the seasonings mixed together on top of each piece of the chicken (except for the butter, breadcrumbs and cheese) for the last 3 minutes of cooking and saute. In a small fry pan melt the butter add the cheese and breadcrumbs, to toast, then add to the top of the completed cooked chicken. Sprinkle with rosemary fresh or other herbs you prefer


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17 comments

  1. This reminds me so much of how my mom used to make chicken - so good! I love that crispy coating!

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  2. This looks like lovely dish that the whole family will enjoy. I like the number of herbs you are using, I bet it must taste great.

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  3. Chicken thighs aren so underrated, but I prefer them to chicken breasts. These look amazing!

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  4. Ok, I'm in love with chicken thighs and I really love the idea of coding them with Parmesan! Yum yum all around! Thanks for sharing this easy recipe :)

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  5. This is a fantastic idea, I've never baked chicken with a bread crumb crust before! Thank you for the idea. It sounds delicious!

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  6. You can't beat crispy baked chicken. Thighs are the best part too. This would be a crowd pleaser any night of the week.

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  7. I love that crispy coating! A terrific new chicken recipe to try!

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  8. Oven baked chicken is so good. I never buy "fried".... way to greasy and calorie dense. This would make a great dinner any night of the week, and I know my grandkids would LOVE this for dinner.

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  9. I prefer chicken thighs over chicken breast, the meat is so succulent , especially when baked. Love the parmesan crust!

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  10. I have had parmesan and herb chicken and it was really good. Hubby would like the addition of the peppers in this dish.

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  11. A healthy tasty chicken recipe .. yes please. I loved the fact that you used chicken thighs, They are so much better then chicken breast much more flavour I think.. looking forward to making this

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  12. Crispy chicken is the absolute best!! We eat lots of it, especially chicken thighs. I like how you added the peppers to the dish -- they would enhance the flavor of the chicken. We always make more chicken -- we like having leftovers. I bet it would make a fantastic sandwich!

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  13. I'm a die-hard dark meat girl, so this recipe speaks to me!! This chicken looks so tender and flavorful, and I'm looking forward to trying it out

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  14. This recipe looks like a keep for the weekday meal. I love such recipes where I do five minutes hand on and the oven does the rest. Looks gorgeous too. Saving for later.

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  15. Dear Claudia, your chicken thighs look perfect! I love that crunch on top from the breadcrumbs and herbs...delicious family meal dear. XO

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  16. Love this chicken as it flavorful with Parmesan and herbs, crispy crust making me to dig in some now. itself.

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  17. The baked crispy chicken is a good dish. This reminds me of a dish my mother in law would make...only difference, she used red bell peppers.

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